Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and become a vital part of providing compassionate, high-quality patient care across diverse medical settings. In this role, you will support registered nurses and physicians by delivering essential daily care to patients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your energetic and attentive approach will help create a positive environment for individuals of all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics, including those with complex medical needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's, or behavioral health conditions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using tools like Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices.
- Monitor and record vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology standards.
- Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or memory care needs, utilizing techniques such as aseptic procedures and infection control protocols.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in acute care environments such as ICU, emergency departments, Level I Trauma Centers, or post-acute settings like long-term care facilities and assisted living communities.
- Assist with medical procedures including catheter care, phlebotomy preparation, and basic life support (BLS) when required.
- Maintain patient safety by observing changes in condition, reporting concerns promptly, and adhering to infection control practices.
Skills
- Proven experience working in diverse healthcare environments including hospitals (ICU, PICU), nursing homes, hospice care, outpatient clinics, or home & community care settings.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or similar platforms for accurate medical documentation.
- Strong knowledge of physiology and anatomy to support patient care activities effectively.
- Experience caring for individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs; expertise in dementia or Alzheimer’s care is highly valued.
- Ability to perform catheter care, vital signs monitoring, medication assistance, and basic life support confidently.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with healthcare teams and provide compassionate patient service.
- Demonstrated understanding of HIPAA compliance and medical terminology to ensure confidentiality and accuracy in medical records.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient-centered care that transforms lives! This position offers a dynamic environment where your caregiving skills will be valued and expanded through ongoing learning opportunities. We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive work atmosphere dedicated to excellence in healthcare delivery.
Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
